2022
The role of Vertebral Augmentation Procedures in the management of vertebral compression fractures secondary to multiple myeloma
Eseonu K, Panchmatia J, Streetly M, Grauer J, Fakouri B. The role of Vertebral Augmentation Procedures in the management of vertebral compression fractures secondary to multiple myeloma. Hematological Oncology 2022, 41: 323-334. PMID: 36440820, DOI: 10.1002/hon.3102.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsVertebral augmentation proceduresVertebral compression fracturesMid-vertebral heightBalloon kyphoplastyMultiple myelomaPain controlCompression fracturesSpinal lesionsCurrent evidenceLong-term pain controlAugmentation proceduresNew oncological therapiesNon-operative managementEfficacy of vertebroplastySuperior functional outcomesFractured vertebral bodyVertebral body heightSoft tissue massSoft tissue lesionsSpinal bracingPalliative radiotherapySegmental kyphosisSurgical decompressionKyphotic deformitySerious complications
2021
Arthroplasty implants and materials: Cost awareness and value perception
Gardezi M, Ottesen TD, Tyagi V, Sherman JJZ, Grauer JN, Rubin LE. Arthroplasty implants and materials: Cost awareness and value perception. PLOS ONE 2021, 16: e0255061. PMID: 34310629, PMCID: PMC8312923, DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0255061.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPhysician assistantsHigh clinical valueSurgical team membersArthroplasty casesCost differencesArthroplasty proceduresClinical valueArthroplasty surgeonsHealthcare expendituresArthroplasty implantsMajority of respondentsAdvanced practiceKnowledge deficitsSupport teamNursesImplantsCost awarenessAttendingsCurrent study